Due to internal progression, Chilworth Partnership are assisting a market leading and household brand, based in Basingstoke, in their search for a Finance Director. Reporting to the VP of Finance, this role will assume total responsibility for Finance Operations. 

Responsibilities will include:

Lead and manage the day-to-day Finance Operations, ensuring efficient delivery of services including P2P, O2C, Intercompany, Capital Accounting, Cash Management, R2R, and Payroll both locally and internationally. 
Develop and implement the vision, strategy, and roadmap for Finance Operations, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
Lead, coach, and develop a large finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Ensure robust internal controls and financial policies. mitigating risks related to reporting and fraud.
Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
Serve as a key liaison between Finance Operations and internal stakeholders, including site finance teams, FP&A, Change Management, and IT.
Define and monitor KPIs to measure efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness, ensuring the team also meets SLAs and operational targets.
Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and standardise best practices across Finance Operations.
Candidate background:

Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with extensive PQE.
Strong background in Finance Operations or Shared Services.
Proven experience managing large, complex finance operations teams.
Strong expertise in ERP systems and financial automation tools.
Comprehensive knowledge of financial controls, compliance, and reporting standards including IFRS, GAAP.
Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability manage cross-functional and multi-department relationships.
Natural affinity to drive change, process improvements, and automation initiatives.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an organisation at the forefront of their industry and play a key role in defining their future strategy. There is an expectation to be in the office 3 days a week.

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